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Green Dragon™ apples are small to medium in size and range in shape from oblong, round, to conic with slender, dark brown stems. The thin skin is resistant to bruising and is bright yellow-green, shiny, and smooth, dotted with tiny brown freckles. Underneath the surface, the flesh is white, juicy, and crisp, encasing a central core with a few, dark brown oval seeds. Green Dragon™ apples are highly fragrant and have a low-acid content creating a very sweet flavor with notes of pineapple and pear.
Seasons/Availability
Green Dragon™ apples are available in the fall through winter.
Current Facts
Green Dragon™ apples are a trademarked brand of high-quality Washu 1984 apples belonging to the Rosaceae family. Carefully examined and selected each season to maintain an elevated level of excellence, Green Dragon™ apples are grown in the Pacific Northwest and were initially cultivated and exported to Asia, with their name being inspired by the ancient Chinese symbol for royalty. Green Dragon™ apples have also established a presence in the United States and are increasing in popularity as a fresh eating apple, favored for their crisp texture and juicy, sweet flavor.
Nutritional Value
Green Dragon™ apples contain some vitamin C and fiber.
Applications
Green Dragon™ apples are best suited for both raw and cooked applications such as baking. The delicate skin and sweet flavor are showcased when consumed fresh out-of-hand, and the apple can also be sliced and tossed into fruit or leafy green salads. In addition to fresh applications, Green Dragon™ apples can be roughly chopped and mixed into batter for pancakes, muffins, and fritters, or they make an excellent filling for pies and tarts. The apples can also be thinly sliced and baked into apple chips, blended into applesauce, cooked into apple jam, or roasted on tray dinners with meat, roots, and other vegetables. Green Dragon™ apples pair well with cranberry, pear, strawberry, Manchego cheese, cinnamon, rosemary, oregano, sweet potatoes, carrots, red onions, broccoli, cauliflower, and bok choy. The apples will keep 2-3 weeks when stored in the refrigerator.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
Prior to the recent social media movement to educate consumers on healthy produce, most consumers were unfamiliar with apples showing natural discoloration and freckling. To help counteract this market stigma, Green Dragon™ apples were labeled with a sticker letting customers know that the freckles are a natural part of the apple’s skin and that it was not an indication of the fruit’s quality. Today the freckles found on Green Dragon™ apples are one of the most popular distinguishing characteristics and have become a symbol of the fruit.
Geography/History
Green Dragon™ apples are a select, high-quality group of Washu 1984 apples, which are said to be a cross between a golden delicious and indo apple. Green Dragon™ apples are grown and harvested locally in the Pacific Northwest, exported to Asia but also sold on a local level through farmers markets and fruit stands. The apples are also distributed through Dragonberry who partners with Specialty Produce and other companies to introduce the variety across the United States.
SPECIALTY PRODUCE
1929 Hancock St San Diego 92110
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(619) 295-3172 [email protected]
GREEN DRAGÓN APPLES
Green Dragon Apples are best suited for both raw and cooked applications such as baking.
Available at Specialty Produce.. Green Dragon Apples have a bright yellow-green, shiny skin speckled with tiny brown freckles. The flesh inside is white, juicy, and crisp, with a sweet flavor profile marked by hints of pineapple and pear. These apples are also highly fragrant, making them a delightful choice for eating fresh or incorporating into recipes that benefit from their natural sweetness. Their thin skin is resistant to bruising, adding durability for handling and storage.
Specialty Produce
1929 hancock st sd ca 92110
6192953172 [email protected]
GREEN DRAGON APPLES
Now available in Specialty Produce. Green Dragon™ apples feature a delicate skin and sweet flavor, making them ideal for fresh snacking or raw dishes like fruit and leafy green salads. They also shine in baked goods like pancakes, muffins, and pies, or as apple chips, jams, and roasted accompaniments to meats and vegetables. Pair them with ingredients like cinnamon, Manchego cheese, or cranberries, and store them in the refrigerator to keep fresh for 2–3 weeks.
Dragonberry Produce
Green Dragon Apples From Dragonberry Produce In San Diego, California. Green Dragon apples are a trademarked brand of Washu 1984 apples renowned for their crisp texture and sweet, juicy flavor. Initially cultivated in the Pacific Northwest and exported to Asia, their name is inspired by the ancient Chinese symbol for royalty. They are now gaining popularity in the United States and are particularly enjoyed as a fresh eating apple. These apples also provide some vitamin C and fiber.
Specialty Produce
1929 Hancock St Suite 150 San Diego CA 92110
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(619) 295-3172 [email protected]
Green Dragon Apples from Dragonberry Produce. Green Dragon™ apples are a premium variety of Washu 1984 apples, which are a cross between golden delicious and indo apples. They are grown locally in the Pacific Northwest and are distributed both regionally through farmers markets and fruit stands and internationally, particularly to Asia. Dragonberry works with Specialty Produce and other distributors to bring these apples to a broader audience across the United States.
Specialty Produce
1929 Hancock St, #150, San Diego, CA 92110
6192953172 [email protected]
Green Dragon Apples from Specialty Produce in San Diego, California. Green Dragon apples are distinct for their natural skin freckles, once misunderstood as flaws in quality. These freckles are now celebrated as a signature characteristic of the fruit. Efforts such as a labeling campaign helped educate consumers, ensuring freckles are recognized as a natural trait rather than a defect, contributing to their growing popularity.
Specialty Produce
1929 Hancock St Suite 150 San Diego CA 92110
View on Instagram
(619) 295-3172 [email protected]
Green Dragon Apples are known for their highly fragrant aroma and low-acid content, giving them an exceptionally sweet taste with subtle hints of pineapple and pear. Their flesh is white, juicy, and crisp, while the shiny, smooth skin is bright yellow-green with tiny brown freckles. These apples are also resistant to bruising, making them a durable and flavorful choice for snacking or incorporating into various dishes.
Specialty Produce
1929 Hancock St Suite 150 San Diego CA 92110
View on Instagram
(619) 295-3172 [email protected]
Green Apples from Dragonberry Produce. Green Dragon™ apples are incredibly versatile and can be enjoyed fresh or in a variety of cooked dishes. Slice them for salads, bake them into pies, muffins, or fritters, or even roast them alongside meats and vegetables. Their delicate skin and sweet flavor pair wonderfully with ingredients like Manchego cheese, cinnamon, sweet potatoes, and broccoli. To maintain freshness, store Green Dragon™ apples in the refrigerator, where they will last up to 2-3 weeks.
Specialty Produce
1929 Hancock St Suite 150 San Diego CA 92110
View on Instagram
(619) 295-3172 [email protected]
Green Apples from Dragonberry Produce. Green Dragon™ apples are a trademarked variety of high-quality Washu 1984 apples, part of the Rosaceae family. They are grown in the Pacific Northwest, and their name originates from the ancient Chinese symbol for royalty. Known for their crisp texture and sweet, juicy flavor, they were first exported to Asia and are now gaining popularity in the U.S. as a fresh eating apple. They also offer nutritional benefits, providing some vitamin C and fiber.
Specialty Produce
1929 Hancock St Suite 150 San Diego CA 92110
View on Instagram
(619) 295-3172 [email protected]
Green Dragon Apples are a premium variety derived from Washu 1984 apples, created as a cross between the golden delicious and indo apple. They are primarily grown in the Pacific Northwest and are exported to Asia, but also sold locally at farmers markets and fruit stands. Distribution in the U.S. occurs via Dragonberry in partnership with Specialty Produce and other organizations to widen their accessibility.
Specialty Produce
1929 Hancock St, San Diego, CA 92110
View on Instagram
619-876-4070 [email protected]
Green Dragon™ apples have natural freckles on their skin, once misunderstood by consumers as a flaw. Thanks to a social media movement and labeling with informative stickers, these freckles are now embraced as the fruit's unique and defining characteristic, symbolizing its quality rather than detracting from it.
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